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Tuesday, March 22, 2011

My new book about being an empath is ready for Kindle Reader on Amazon. The printed copy will be available in February. Here is a video to let you know what the book is about and what others are saying about it. Please leave a comment to let me know what you think of it.

Sunday, March 20, 2011

As part of my virtual tour for my new book, Whose Stuff Is This? Finding Freedom from the Thoughts, Feelings, and Energy of Those Around You, Elizabeth Bennett shared an article titled "Empathic Babies, Children, and Teens." Check it out at http://peerabuse.blogspot.com

Thursday, March 17, 2011

Today's post is by guest blogger Melissa Leath. I really like this article because I believe that meditation is important for everyone--adults and children. in fact, one of the stories in The Sid Series book teaches children to develop their ability to sense and trust their intuition through meditation. If you are looking for a book to help your child learn to meditate and focus on his spirit within, I recommend Sid's Fairy ~ Learning About Inner Guidance. This short story is available (along with all twelve of my holistic stories for children) for $3.00 and is formatted on SmashWords.com for Amazon's Kindle, Sony Reader, the iPhone and iPad.

Now for a look at meditation by Melissa.

I've counseled many people from every background and led workshops and lectures about self-empowering topics for about 25 years. Over that time, I saw a need. Everyone was searching. What they were looking for was unclear, many times. But the search was on. While I could meet many of their immediate needs, through counseling, they still needed a source, or connection with who they really were.

This was not a religious pursuit, per se, but a spiritual one. We all need to know our inner self. And the best way for us to get there is through meditation: a quiet time of some sort—contemplation. So out of that need, I saw an answer. Spreading information about basic meditation became my mission.

Almost all of the information I received about meditation over the years was through personal experience--trial and error. I did not read any books on the subject. They all seemed too deep and philosophical. And many times, the books included a whole cultural exploration. This is good for someone looking into historical information, or perhaps a religious belief. But just to know the basics of what meditation is and how to do it, there wasn't anything.

I've been able to connect very well with the groups I've spoken to because I've been in their shoes. I had first hand experience looking for my own inner self. And so, the column you see here will explore for you, the personal experiences of the proverbial searcher.

I had just graduated from high school, and was looking for some kind of personal project for the summer. Since I lived in a very small town, and it was in the 1960's, I was very surprised to find a yoga class being offered at the nearby
middle school. I was always open for the new and different, and this fit the bill.

I joined the class as soon as I could and found myself in some very strange positions. But there was one position that I kept going back to. It was sitting cross-legged with my hands resting on my knees, palms up. It immediately made me
sit straight, and my spine was relaxed.

While practicing this position at home, a strange thing happened. I began to feel unusual. There wasn't any way I could describe it. But it was a kind of light-headed
feeling---almost like dropping off to sleep----but I was awake.

I asked the instructor about it on the very next session. She assured me it was fine. But I had my reservations. So I stopped. I didn't go back to the class. And I didn't continue with the yoga practice.

I found out much later that I was beginning meditation. The instructor must have been concerned about giving too much information about yoga philosophy and the spiritual traditions of Eastern India. Our community was extremely slow about accepting new ideas. She was probably reluctant to introduce something new that could cause problems. So the yoga positions were only taught as an exercise.

I imagine many new or different ideas were stifled in the beginning. Some hesitate to share information for fear of being rejected or ostracized. And some of us hesitate to look at new information because we're afraid of rocking the boat.

As you explore the concept of meditation, you will learn about the varied benefits that can be brought about by meditation, including health, emotional release, and self-empowerment. You will realize that meditation is about ease.

The Purpose of Meditation

Meditation is a way to connect with the inner self, or what some believe is the Divine Spark of God that we all are. It is to become quiet: to allow all outside disturbances to fade away, to be comfortable with the quiet. That quiet, or silence, which is allowed in, can calm the mind, restore the body, and define a spiritual path.

Let's take this opportunity to try a sample meditation on for size. Remember that this is a sample. It gives us the chance to practice. And in practicing, we learn.

Bringing In a Quiet Moment

Take a moment out of your busy day. Go for a five-minute walk by yourself. Pay attention to the sound of your footsteps. Let it become even with your heartbeat. When this rhythm within you overrides the sounds of the day, take a deep cleansing breath. Look at the sky. Watch the clouds. Just enjoy the moment. This is the skill of meditation. It is nothing harder than that: just taking a moment, and relaxing into it. Allow your mind to relax into it.

This is just a very quick way for everyone to get some idea of what meditation is like. There are plenty of different types of meditations, as many as there are people. It requires a few undisturbed minutes, dedication and a desire. It will open up a whole new world for you. Just give it a try.

Copyright 2003, Melissa Leath

Rev. Melissa Leath is a personal growth and metaphysical counselor and meditation instructor. Explore more about the ease of meditation by visiting her website: http://www.MeditationMadeEasy.com

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

I thought you might enjoy this charming and irresistible book for kids 4-8 years of age. It's Sofia's Dream by Land Wilson and it's now available just in time for Spring gift giving. I love kids' books that have a social message, which most do. But Sofia's Dream focuses on a subject that we all think about: our dear Mother Earth. Sofia befriends the sad moon and he urges her to take care of our planet. Children, parents and teachers alike will treasure this delightful fantasy. The author's rhymes will roll off your tongue as you take an exciting journey with Sofia to discover why her new friend, the moon, is so sad.
The innovative illustrations by Sue Cornelison portray Sofia's story perfectly with soft dreamy tones and imagess. Her limited use of color urges you to look at the interesting details on every page and gives the story a universal and classic appeal. Teachers will appreciate how the story offers opportunities to start discussions about the phases of the moon and Earth's limited resources. Children will be challenged to think of new ways to conserve the Earth's land, air and water. One retired teacher said, "I would recommend this book for every home and school library." http://bit.ly/%20sofiasdream

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The Sid Series ~ A Collection of Holistic Stories for Children

Body-mind-spirit stories highlighting lessons about love, acceptance, self-worth, caring for the body, diversity, facing fears, dealing with change, the death of a pet, and understanding spiritual gifts most children exhibit.

Anyone with a child who exhibits spiritual intelligence will find guidance and inspiration in this mind-body-spirit collection of children's stories.

Books by Yvonne Perry

If you have had a strange spiritual experience, you will find comfort and information to help make sense of it in this eye-opening book, written by a walk-in to help others understand the soul exchange process and how to integrate higher vibrations that clear energy imprints that are not aligned with love, light, and joy. Learn how to stay centered and actively involved in your personal ascension process as you discover your mission, purpose, and role on Earth.

This book provides the comfort and answers you are looking for to help you process the stages of death and the natural dying process. Topics include insight on hospice and palliative care, signs to look for when death is near, euthanasia and end-of-life decisions, how to deal with the imminent death of a loved one and what to do to help someone peacefully transition to the afterlife. There's even a surprisingly fresh and unexpected look at suicide and the phenomena known as soul exchange or walk-ins.

This collection of body-mind-spirit stories highlights unique lessons about love, acceptance, self-worth, caring for the body, diversity, facing fears, dealing with change, the death of a pet, using spiritual gifts, and understanding mystical gifts most children exhibit.